Product failure of a 2000 BMW 328I. The rear sub-frame assembly of the car is separating from the car. I am the new owner of the car, but history does not show any signs or accidents that would lead to this failure. This is also a known issue with this model of BMW. There has been previous law suits involving this failure. This is also a potential problem for all 1999 - 2002 model cars built on the E46 body type. Possibility of the entire rear sub-frame assembly ripping off while driving is possible. BMW knows of this issue, as they have fixed the issue with newer models. The problem is due to improper thickness in the floor pan where the sub-frame assembly is mounted to. Total failure of this part could lead to serious injury or death of not remedied properly. This should be handled as a recall, and not in a individual basis. If you search online, you will see many reports of others with this problem. BMW has offered to pay up to 50% of the repair costs for some individuals, which shows they know it is an issue. However, getting it repaired at a BMW dealership, with only having to pay 50%, is usually more expensive then having it done at a local body shop.

- Tooele, UT, USA

I had been hearing a noise for a couple of months and thought it was the clutch, I took the car into a BMW-approved body shop and they pointed out the flaw in the subframe and rear differential and how the metal had torn due to stress.

- Chicago, IL, USA

While driving on a smooth road, the rear wheels locked up - without any warning. Car came to a sudden unexpected halt - on it's own. This situation would certainly have resulted in injury/death, had it occured on a highway or other heavily traveled road. Dealer advises that the suspension ripped clear off the frame of the car. Vehicle is not driveable. Have filed a complaint with BMW, but they say it's not covered under warranty - despite this being a 'certified pre-owned BMW'. car is just sitting at hunterdon BMW in lebanon, NJ.

- Whitehouse Station, NJ, USA

1) normal street and highway driving 2) rear subframe failure 3)currently being repaired, replaced cross member

- Northridge, CA, USA

Vehicle shook and made noises from the rear. Consumer took vehicle to dealer for check up, and results showed that the suspension tore apart, and could cause the wheels to fall off.

- Pleasant Hill, CA, USA

Consumer heard a squeaking noise coming from the rear while driving. Consumer drove vehicle to the dealer, and mechanic determined that the rear sub frame separated from the main frame. Also, suspension needed to be replaced.

- Pleasant Hill, CA, USA

While driving 25 mph, the consumer heard a loud knocking noise coming from the rear. Suddenly, the vehicle vibrated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection, and the mechanic determined that the rear strut mounting had to be replaced. Three out of four rear strut mounts had broken away from the subframe of the vehicle.

- Derry, NH, USA